Step 1 –
(BF2A Motors Only)
Check pivot for water coming out of
pivot area. If water flow is sufficient the pivot area will be
cool to the touch. If the pivot area is warm or hot to the touch
do not operate unit until proper water flow is restored.
Step 2 –
(BF2A Motors Only)
Check water intake screen for any
obstruction (see page 5 of the owner’s manual).
Step 3 – Blow out water tube for any obstructions (BF2A only)
Step 4 – Replace water pump (see service manual, page 51). (BF2A
only)
.
NOTE: How often should you change oil?
Every 100 hours of operation or weekly if hour meter is not used.
NOTE: This is one of the most important maintenance procedures on
any Honda motor. Failure to perform this simple task will lead to
problems and down time!
PROCEDURES FOR STARTING HONDA BF2
BUMPER BOAT MOTORS WHEN COLD
Each morning:
1. Fill fuel tanks 2 inches from the top. Make certain “O” ring is
inside gas cap.
2. Open gas cap screw vent by turning counter clockwise (2-3 turns
out).
3. Turn the on/off lever on side of motor to the ON position.
4. Pull choke knob completely out (located directly below the pull
rope.)
5. Give the motor 2-4 good straight pulls. If it fails to start, give the
throttle lever half-way, pull 2-3 more times.
6. Let idle about 30 seconds with choke out. After 30 seconds push
choke knob completely in. The motor should idle by itself.
MECHANIC ONLY
:
If the motor fails to start, the most likely cause is
water in the gas. Place appropriate receptacle under the carburetor to prevent
spillage and turn the wing nut under the carburetor float bowl 3-4 turns
counter clockwise and let the water-gas mix drain out. Let it drain for 10
seconds and close. Then proceed with starting procedures (Steps 4-6). If mo-
tor still will not start, refer to Trouble Shooting on page 3.
Section 2, page 4
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